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Edwards' syndrome
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What is Edwards' syndrome also called?
Trisomy 18 syndrome
What trisomy causes Down syndrome?
Down syndrome is caused by the presence of a third chromosome 21
Which genetic disorder does an extra chromosome cause?
trisomy There several types of trisomy, the most well known is probably Down syndrome, which is trisomy 21.
How often does trisomy 18 syndrome happen?
Trisomy 18 occurs in approximately one in every 3,000 newborns
What is another name for trisomy 18?
Edward's syndrome
What are mutation that result in death?
These are called fatal genetic mutations. Same examples are: Tay-Sachs disease, Neimann-Pick disease, Trisomy 18 and Trisomy 13 are "Edwards Syndrome" and "Patau Syndrome," respectively and Cystic fibrosis
Are there cases of trisomy besides down syndrome that can survive?
My son is 3 years old with full trisomy 18. I have some videos on youtube that I've put together with lots of trisomy families I've found on facebook. My awareness video is of over 100 surviving kids of trisomy 13 and 18. Just go to youtube and search 'trisomy awareness' or trisomy advocacy' and you'll find them. There is also a website called 'livingwithtrisomy13.com' that has stories of over 100 trisomy 13 kids on it. I, also, personally know of two kids with trisomy 8. So, yes, there are cases of kids surviving trisomies other than trisomy 21 (Down Syndrome). :) Alisha Hauber
What is an example of a disorder associated with an error in the number of chromosomes present?
Down syndrome (trisomy 21) is a disorder associated with an error in the number of chromosomes present. Other examples of disorders associated with an error in the number of chromosomes are Trisomy 18 (Edwards Syndrome), Trisomy 13 (Patau Syndrome), Triple X syndrome, and Klinefelter Syndrome.
What causes Edwards syndrome?
The cause of Edwards syndrome is and error in cell division, also known as meiotic disjunction. It can occur in 1 out of 2,500 pregnancies. Edwards syndrome goes by the term Trisomy 18 also.
Who does trisomy 18 syndrome affect?
It affects girls more often than boys
What does the triple marker screen detect?
Triple-Marker tests for congenital defects such as Neural Tube defects (spina bifida, myelo/meningocelle), Edward's syndrome (Trisomy 18), and Down Syndrome (Trisomy 21).
How often does Edwards' syndrome happen?
Trisomy 18 occurs in approximately one in every 3,000 newborns
